December weather forecast
West Fargo, ND

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Weather in December

December witnesses the full onset of winter in West Fargo. As snowfall becomes a regular phenomenon, the city takes on a magical allure, shimmering in holiday lights against the white backdrop. The considerably shorter days and longer nights enhance the cooling trend, making warm fires a regular feature in homes. An increase in cloud cover accompanies the nippy air, signaling a retreat indoors. December emerges as the month with the second-lowest temperatures, fluctuating between 10°F (-12.2°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

December in West Fargo, North Dakota, signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a subzero cold 20.7°F (-6.3°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to an extreme cold 10°F (-12.2°C).

Humidity

In West Fargo, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In West Fargo, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Fargo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.5 days and collects up to 17.17" (436mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In West Fargo, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 10°F (-12.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Fargo?

In West Fargo, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Fargo, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in West Fargo, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In West Fargo, the average day length in December is 8h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in West Fargo?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Fargo have in December?

In West Fargo, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In West Fargo, North Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Fargo, ND

Average temperature in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 10°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

Average pressure in December
West Fargo, ND

Average pressure in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Fargo, ND

Average wind speed in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
West Fargo, ND

Average humidity in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (63%).

Average rainfall in December
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
West Fargo, ND

Average rainfall days in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Fargo, ND

Average snowfall days in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Fargo, ND

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Fargo, ND

Average sunshine days in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Fargo, ND

Average UV index in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
West Fargo, ND

Average cloud cover in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
West Fargo, ND

Average visibility in December - West Fargo, ND
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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